MARIN COUNTY SPECIAL EDUCATION

Marin County Special Education is a public school that is part of the Marin County Office of Education school district, located in San Rafael, CA with about 201 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 29 teachers, Marin County Special Education has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Marin County Office of Education’s (MCOE) Special Education division, located at 1111 Las Gallinas Ave. in San Rafael, serves as the central administrative and support hub for students with disabilities across Marin County. Rather than functioning as a traditional neighborhood school, this office oversees a comprehensive network of specialized programs designed to support students from infancy through age 22. Their mission is to provide inclusive, high-quality educational opportunities, ensuring that students with diverse learning needs have access to individualized instruction, therapeutic services, and resources that foster independence and academic success.

The department works collaboratively with local school districts to provide essential services such as speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral support, and specialized academic instruction. By coordinating these resources, the MCOE ensures that students who require a higher level of intervention receive support in the least restrictive environment possible. The organization is deeply committed to family partnership and advocacy, maintaining a robust support system that helps parents navigate the complexities of the special education process while preparing students for transitions into adulthood and community life.

For more information, contact Marin County Special Education at (415) 499-5850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.